Temescal

Oakland, CA

Temescal - Oakland, CA

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

4.7 (2 Reviews)

One of Oakland’s trendiest locales has an amazing cultural scene

Historic • Trendy • Great Location • Quirky • Community •

Temescal is one of Oakland’s oldest and trendiest neighborhoods, and it’s not hard to see why it charms so many people. Temescal blends the old and new with a mix of Craftsman and Mediterranean-style houses and newly built apartments and condos. The iconic Telegraph Avenue runs through the neighborhood, providing residents with the quirky atmosphere Oakland is known for along with longstanding staples and newer additions. This thoroughfare is filled with international eateries, street vendors, eccentric shops, art spaces, dive bars, fitness studios, and more. Just off of Telegraph Avenue, you’ll find the Temescal Alleys, a collection of businesses housed in converted horse stables. Here you’ll find everything from handcrafted jewelry to food trucks.

Along with its food and dining scene, Temescal is also known for its liveliness and excellent location. Festivals like the Temescal Street Fair are held throughout the year. Downtown Berkeley, Downtown Oakland, and the University of California Berkeley are just three miles away from the neighborhood. This pedestrian-friendly locale has multiple bus stops and a rail station along 40th Street, taking locals into Downtown Oakland in about 20 minutes.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Temescal is $1,522 for a studio, $2,192 for one bedroom, $3,038 for two bedrooms, and $3,270 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Temescal has decreased by -4.0% in the past year.

Studio
425 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,522/month

Average Rent

1 BR
614 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,192/month

Average Rent

2 BR
809 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$3,038/month

Average Rent

3 BR
871 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$3,270/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Reviews of Temescal - Oakland, CA

Niche Reviews

4.7 2 Reviews

Current Resident

4 years and 5 months ago•Niche Review

Temescal has become very trendy in the last 10 years. It was always sort of behind Rockridge in desirability, but now is known for its hip shops and restaurants. The elementary school is still rated poorly, but slowly over time, is likely to improve. There's a great feeling of community and people looking out for each other here.

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